
Mobilink Bank and JazzCash Turn Chaklala Scheme-III Bazar Cashless to Advance PM’s Cashless Economy Vision
April 10, 2026
ISLAMABAD: Mobilink Bank, in collaboration with JazzCash, has inaugurated the Chaklala Scheme-III Cashless Bazaar in Rawalpindi, bringing digital payment solutions to approximately 900 shops…

Thar Desert discovery could unlock $450 million semiconductor industry for Pakistan
April 10, 2026
A recent geological assessment has identified sand from Pakistan’s Thar Desert as highly suitable for semiconductor manufacturing, raising prospects for the development of a…

Pakistan Pavilion inaugurated at Japan IT Week 2026 to boost IT exports and collaboration
April 10, 2026
TOKYO: The Pakistan Pavilion at Japan IT Week 2026 was inaugurated on April 8 at Tokyo Big Sight by Pakistan’s Ambassador to Japan, Abdul…

Mobilink Bank, JazzCash launch cashless bazaar in Rawalpindi to expand digital payments
April 9, 2026
ISLAMABAD: Mobilink Bank and JazzCash have launched a cashless bazaar in Chaklala Scheme-III, Rawalpindi, covering around 900 shops and carts as part of efforts…

Pakistan eyes tyre export growth as Chinese-backed firm announces $120m expansion
April 9, 2026
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s tyre industry is set for further growth after a Chinese-backed joint venture announced a $120 million expansion plan, signaling rising export potential…

Faysal Bank secures AA+ rating from PACRA amid strong financial growth
April 9, 2026
KARACHI: Faysal Bank Limited has received an upgraded long-term entity rating of AA+ from the Pakistan Credit Rating Agency (PACRA), reflecting improved financial strength…

Strait of Hormuz tensions raise concerns over Pakistan’s import costs
April 8, 2026
ISLAMABAD: Rising tensions in the Middle East, particularly around the Strait of Hormuz, are increasing shipping charges and war-risk insurance premiums, posing fresh risks…

Gold prices rise sharply in Pakistan on April 8, up Rs15,700 per tola
April 8, 2026
KARACHI, April 8, 2026: Gold prices in Pakistan surged sharply on Wednesday, with the per tola rate increasing by Rs15,700 to reach Rs504,162, following…

PSX posts record surge of nearly 14,000 points as KSE-100 rallies on US-Iran ceasefire
April 8, 2026
KARACHI, April 8, 2026: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) recorded a historic rally on Wednesday, with the benchmark KSE-100 index gaining nearly 14,000 points…

Pakistan fruit exports hit $251.9 million in FY2026 as vegetable shipments drop sharply
April 7, 2026
ISLAMABAD — Pakistan’s fruit exports reached $251.947 million during the first eight months of FY2026, recording a 6.25% increase compared to the same period…

Gold prices fall in Pakistan on April 7 as global market trend pulls rates lower
April 7, 2026
KARACHI, Apr 7 — Gold prices in Pakistan declined on Tuesday, April 7, following a drop in international markets, reversing gains recorded a day…

Pakistan aims to attract Russian tourists with $1 billion annual revenue target
April 7, 2026
ISLAMABAD — Pakistan is targeting up to $1 billion in annual revenue by attracting around 50,000 Russian tourists each year, as the country positions…

World Health Day: Kaspersky flags rising data breach risks in telemedicine
April 7, 2026
Islamabad: Cybersecurity firm Kaspersky has warned that the rapid expansion of digital healthcare and telemedicine is exposing patients and medical systems to growing data…

Asian airlines cut flights and add fuel stops as jet fuel shortages deepen
April 7, 2026
HONG KONG/SINGAPORE, Apr 7 — Airlines across Asia are cutting flights, carrying extra fuel and adding refuelling stops as jet fuel shortages deepen following…

Electric bikes becoming common choice across Pakistan as petrol prices keep rising
April 7, 2026
ISLAMABAD, Apr 7 — Rising fuel prices and fears of supply disruption are accelerating the shift to electric motorbikes in Pakistan, as consumers turn…

PIA suspends international routes, withdraws discounts as fuel prices surge
April 7, 2026
ISLAMABAD, Apr 6 — Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has announced the suspension of multiple international routes and the withdrawal of most fare discounts as…